idioms page 36-37 Flashcards
1
Q
mum’s the word!
A
don’t tell anyone , it’s a secret!
2
Q
not a word
A
don’t speak about it
3
Q
not another word!
A
don’t speak about it any more!
4
Q
one’s last word
A
one’s final statement, warning, offer , advice
5
Q
put in a good word for someone
A
speak in a complimentary way in order to help, support, defend someone
6
Q
take someone at his word
A
act on the belief that someone will do what he says
7
Q
take someone’s word for it
A
believe someone when there is no proof that what he says is true
8
Q
that’s not the word for it!
A
an exclamation that something is understated
9
Q
the last word (in something)
A
the most up-to-date
